Owner`s manual

2014 Glacier Bay 2770 Owners Manual
Chapter 4: SAFETY AND REGULATIONS
4.1 OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Prior to enjoying your Glacier Bay, it is important to read and understand all the information detailed in your
“Owner’s Portfolio”. Knowing how to operate and maintain the systems on your vessel can make your
experiences safe and enjoyable, as well as increase the performance and longevity of your boat. Federal law
and most state laws clearly indicate that it is the operator’s responsibility to maintain their vessel, and to
operate it in a manner which protects the safety of their passengers and others. Reference page 10 of the
Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual for a detailed list of owner responsibilities.
This manual will provide you a basic understanding of boating practices; however, we recommend all
owners review federal, state, and local regulations regarding safety and traffic prior to using your Glacier
Bay. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and U.S. Power Squadrons offer excellent educational opportunities on
a local level and are open to anyone. If a chapter does not exist in your area, reference page 10 of the
Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual or contact the following numbers for other educational
opportunities:
Boating Education Hotline [phone]-BOAT (2628)
U.S. Coast Guard Boating Hotline [phone]
4.2 REGISTRATION
Vessels are required by federal and state law to be registered in the state where they are primarily used.
Registration numbers and validation stickers must be displayed per regulations, and a certificate of
registration must be on board while the vessel is being operated. When traveling away from your home
waters, contact authorities at your destination to determine if any additional registration is required. Some
areas require permits or temporary registrations to operate in their waters. When completing registration
forms you will be asked for the Hull Identification Number (HIN). On your Glacier Bay, the HIN is located
on the starboard side of the transom. This number is unique to your boat and will be important for registering
your vessel, as well as, communicating with your dealer and our service department. Including this
information in any correspondence or conversations will help our support network serve you better.
4.3 COAST GUARD REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Once you have reviewed safe boating guidelines and filed for registration, it is time to equip your vessel. The
U.S. Coast Guard’s (U.S.C.G.) list of required equipment is shown below. To review the guidelines for each
item, reference pages 23 and 24 of the Sportfish, Cruisers, Yachts Owner’s Manual.
Audible Signaling Device (Bell, Horn, or Whistle)
Fire Extinguisher
Navigation / Anchor Lights
Flotation Devices (PFD’s)
Visual Signaling Devices
NOTICE
Remember to check with state and local agencies to ensure that additional items are not required
to operate your boat in their waterways.
4.4 RECOMMENDED SAFETY EQUIPMENT
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